April 2025 Global Sources Hong Kong Shows Unveil Esports, IP Trends, and New Electronics Business Models
April 2025 Global Sources Hong Kong Shows Open with Innovative Trends
On April 11, 2025, the highly anticipated Global Sources Hong Kong Shows commenced its first phase, running until April 14 at the AsiaWorld-Expo. This year, the exhibition aims to redefine the landscape of electronics trade through notable themes such as esports, intellectual property (IP) collaborations, and the emerging blind box economy.
Groundbreaking Initiatives
The event features more than 2,000 exhibitors from across Asia, showcasing over 100,000 innovative products and technologies that are set to influence the electronics market in the coming months. With a projected attendance exceeding 60,000 B2B visitors, the show underscores its status as a key event for international trade in gaming and consumer electronics.
Mr. Hu Wei, CEO of Global Sources, shared his insights regarding the transformative nature of this year's shows amidst rapid changes in global trade. He emphasized the incorporation of advanced online-to-offline (O2O) solutions which are revolutionizing how exhibitors connect with buyers. This year's show introduces innovative marketing strategies driven by analytics, enhancing the attendee experience through features like live-streaming and post-event promotions.
Extravaganza of Esports
One of the highlights of the event is the debut of the Global Sources Gaming Show as a standalone exhibition. With over 200 prominent gaming brands such as DAREU, AULA, and VGN, the show features the latest in gaming technology. A standout feature is the newly introduced